Teeter-Totter Effect
Balance! That’s my word for the year, or maybe for the next decade. In other words, where is the balance between building character and risking harm; between overcoming
Marketing—A Never-Ending Journey
Once upon a time, camp was a place to get away from it all. The nearest cell phone tower couldn’t quite reach the grounds, and if there even was internet connecti
Creating A More Joyful Journey
As a passionate advocate for camp, I feel strongly that what sets our industry apart is the ability to share with one another our challenges, obstacles, solutions and best practices. We are a
Colleagues In Camping--Guest Editor’s Note
Photo: © Can Stock Photo Inc. / hwahl3Like you, I have a deep passion for camping and I find inspiration in hearing from members of the camp community on what works best, what could be improved, and
The Difference Diversity Makes--Guest Editor
When I was nine years old, my mother accepted a summer job as a camp counselor. Since she would be working full-time, my sister and I were allowed to attend the summer camp for free! My sister and I
The Difference Diversity Makes
Photo Courtesy Of Easter Seals Nova Scotia, Camp TidnishWhen I was nine years old, my mother accepted a summer job as a camp counselor. Since she would be working full-time, my sister and I were
The Magic of Camp
As the only child of the directors and owners of an all-girls camp, I had the great fortune of participating in a few of the camp activities at the early age of four years old. My parents finally let
Staff Pointers
Camps are the most powerful counter-cultural mechanism there is for positive youth development. Founding directors wove military, Native American, pioneer, folk and religious traditions into a unique
Choosing What Matters Most
Aquatic activities have always been a large part of my life. I was one of those kids that learned how to swim before I walked. Growing up, the worst days of summer were those when I had the dreaded
Fight For The Right To Camp
Editor’s Note Rick BraschlerThis year we thought we’d shake things up and let a “Guest Editor” take a whack at programming an issue of their choice—from their perspective. This issue, Rick Braschler